9/18/2024

The Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources held a specialized workshop on energy efficiency titled "Energy Efficiency: A Journey of Success", as part of the ministry’s strategy to enhance the economic efficiency of energy use in the petroleum sector, while aligning with the sustainable development goals outlined in Egypt's Vision 2030. The workshop, coordinated and supported by the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) and the Egyptian Petrochemicals Holding Company (ECHEM), was organized by Sidi Kerir Petrochemicals Company (Sidpec). It was attended by senior officials from EGPC, ECHEM, the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company (EGAS), the South Valley Egyptian Petroleum Holding Company (GANOPE), as well as company executives from the petroleum sector, members of the Ministry's Energy Efficiency and Climate Department, and representatives from the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), alongside local, regional, and international institutions and specialists in energy efficiency.

The workshop commenced with an opening speech from Eng. Mohamed Ibrahim, Chairman of Sidpec, followed by remarks from Eng. Mohamed Abdel Moneim, General Manager of Energy Efficiency and Climate at the Ministry of Petroleum, and concluded with a closing address by Eng. Ibrahim Meki, Chairman of ECHEM. The event featured four successful panel discussions, starting with a strategic session titled "Strategic Directions for Energy Efficiency in the Petroleum Sector." Participants included Eng. Mohamed Ibrahim, Chairman of Sidpec, Eng. Mohamed Abadi, Vice President of EGAS for Energy Transition and Sustainability, Eng. Moataz Khalil, Vice President of GANOPE for Planning and Projects, and Dr Gehan Bayoumi, Program Officer at UNIDO. The session, moderated by Eng. Mohamed Abdel Moneim, highlighted the critical importance of senior management’s commitment to implementing energy efficiency strategies, as well as the need for international collaboration in funding and knowledge transfer, with a strong focus on transitioning towards renewable energy sources.

The second session showcased a presentation on SIDPEC’s decade-long success story in energy efficiency, delivered by Dr Mohamed Salah El-Din Ahmed, General Manager of Quality, Energy, and Business Excellence. Sidpec firmly believes that sustainable energy is a fundamental requirement for development, necessitating a new model that balances economic growth with sustainability for future generations. A case study of SIDPEC’s energy efficiency success, conducted in partnership with one of the world's leading consulting firms, KBC (YOKOGAWA), was also presented.

In the third session, participants discussed examples of success stories and achievements from various companies within the petroleum sector in the field of energy efficiency. These included Petrobel, Assiut Oil Refining Company, Damietta Liquefied Natural Gas Company, and Pharaonic Petroleum Company. The workshop concluded with a fourth session focusing on emerging technologies in energy efficiency, featuring presentations from specialized companies such as KBC (YOKOGAWA), KORRA, SUGROW/ACO, and SLB.

The objective of the workshop was to showcase the successes and achievements of companies within the petroleum sector, while fostering the exchange of expertise and perspectives to develop joint projects and shared goals that enhance energy efficiency. The event aimed to produce promising outcomes that contribute to further economic stability and sustainable growth.